By World War II, cheese production in Wales had nearly ceased; run out of business by large cheesemaking factories in England. Fortunately for us, there has been a revival of old ways by a new generation of cheesemakers. They have saved Caerphilly (the only traditional Welsh cheese made today) from the factory-made processed form it had become in England, and returned it to its original farmhouse character. Now, they are creating other fine cheeses such as Red Dragon, also known as Y-Fenni. This smooth, firm, tasty cheddar is made with Welsh brown ale and mustard seeds. Red Dragon is a buttery and spicy cheese with plenty of bite, but is not too hot. Not only do the mustard seeds give Red Dragon its marvelous flavor, but also its texture. The brown ale makes the cheese moist and tangy. Red Dragon is aged for three months, made from cow's milk, and is vegetarian. Serve as a table cheese or melted on toast with dark ale or try a Shiraz, if you prefer wine.

This has got to be one of the best cheeses I have ever eaten. My family loves spicy food and this was just the right amount of tang so everyone could enjoy it. Want to buy a whole wheel next time.

By Rickfrom Maineon Jul 03, 2017

Taste like mustard condiment

If you like mustard on your hot dog, you could use this cheese. Very snappy mustard condiment flavor. Did not have the flavor I was expecting from mustard seed and powder. It was ok, but looking for more mustard flavor than condiment flavor.

By RAB777from n.e. Tenn.on Jun 02, 2017

not an all purpose cheese

I would have to disagree, it is not buttery. A buttery cheese is like Munster. This a semi-hard aged cheddar. The ale makes it very bitter, so many people may not like it as a snacking cheese and its bitterness and saturation with mustard seeds would limit its use. However, it is wonderful on a sandwich--and you won't need to use mustard, just mayo and a good turkey or other lunchmeat. Prob. good on a burger or dog or knockworst or such. The red dragon of course is the symbol of wales, but they should have called it Cymric Dragon, to avoid confusion with China, and it is not a red cheese. Also odd that it does not have leeks in it instead of mustard seeds, since the leek is also a symbol of Wales. Regardless, its NONBUTTERY sharpness is overpowered by its bitterness, so that should be taken into consideration. Personally, I'd forego adding the ale to the cheese and drink the ale. Should be called "Welsh bitter-hop ale mustard cheddar".

By Leefrom Floridaon Mar 21, 2017

My favorite!

This is my absolute favorite cheese - and I love good cheese, so that's saying a lot!

By Missyfrom V enus, Pa.on Dec 26, 2016

Pleasantly Suprised!

I really love this cheese! Has a light horseradish flavor and the small mustard seeds give a cool crunch (just a slight crunch). I will definitely be purchasing this cheese again!

By Cbrinncfrom North Carolinaon Dec 23, 2016

Perk up you cheese plate

Absolutely delightful

By Carl from IAon Dec 10, 2016

Superb

This is my absolute favorite cheese. I like to put thin slices over bratwurst or to serve with summer suasage. Definitely a mustard lover's cheese.